Involve me and I will understand

by Kathy Whitlow, Office Manager The 20th Annual Truckee River Day is Sunday, October 18, 2015. The first few Truckee River Day shirts highlighted the following Chinese proverb:“Tell me and I’ll forget; show me and I may remember; involve me… Read more

I never knew…

by Kathy Whitlow, Office Manager In our 4th year of drought, erosion hasn’t really been on my mind. I never knew… I live on a relatively flat lot in Glenshire, well away from the Truckee River. My yard doesn’t have… Read more

I know just enough to be dangerous…

by Kathy Whitlow, Office Manager Since I started protecting the watershed as a volunteer and now as TRWC staff, I notice things I never have before. All the time – out hiking, while biking along the Legacy Trail with my… Read more

Request for Bid: Middle Martis Creek Wetlands Restoration

by Beth Christman, Director of Restoration Programs The Truckee River Watershed Council is seeking construction bids for the Middle Martis Creek Wetlands Restoration Project. Prior to the construction of Brockway Road (now Highway 267) in the 1800’s, Middle Martis Creek… Read more

“But how can you be sure it will work?”

by Lisa Wallace, Executive Director The question, “Are you sure it will work?” is not about the work, it’s about the sure. We were faced with this question in sorting out how to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species… Read more

WE'RE HIRING: Lead Philanthropy. Advance Watershed Resilience.

Development Director – Truckee River Watershed Council (Full description linked here)
Location: 
Truckee, CA
Salary:
 $105,000–$125,000 + benefits

The Truckee River Watershed Council (TRWC) seeks an experienced Development Director to lead our philanthropic strategy and strengthen long-term funding for watershed restoration across the region.

This senior role is ideal for a proven fundraising leader who excels in major gifts, donor strategy, and board partnership, and who is ready to help shape the next phase of TRWC’s organizational growth. 

About TRWC
TRWC is a trusted regional nonprofit dedicated to protecting, enhancing, and restoring the Truckee River watershed. Our work strengthens forests, meadows, and aquatic habitat to improve wildfire resilience, water quality, and long-term ecological health. 

With an $8M+ annual budget and a strong reputation among public agencies, funders, and community partners, TRWC is entering an exciting new chapter of organizational growth and philanthropic expansion.

What You’ll Lead

What We’re Looking For

Compensation & Location 

To Apply 

Send a single PDF (cover letter, resume, three professional references) to: mprestowitz@truckeeriverwc.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by March 25.

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